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Virginia Department of Taxation · 3 days ago

Procurement Officer

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$0/yr - $65K/yr

The Virginia Department of Taxation is seeking a Procurement Officer to support procurement functions for a wide range of goods and services. The role involves providing expert guidance on state procurement regulations, developing procurement strategies, and ensuring compliance throughout the procurement process.

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Hiring Manager

Phillip Trezza

Responsibilities

Support procurement functions for a wide range of goods and services

Provide expert guidance to internal clients on state procurement regulations and purchasing methods, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout the process

Determine the most appropriate procurement strategies based on agency needs and competitive requirements

Resolve issues related to policy interpretation, contract administration, and vendor performance

Assist with agency-wide compliance reviews

Qualification

Procurement experienceEVA systemCompetitive bidding processMicrosoft OfficeIT procurementNational procurement credentialsVirginia procurement credentialsPromoting small business goalsSoft skills

Required

Previous work experience in procurement related roles with the Commonwealth of Virginia or with other public sector entities

Experience with eVA, or similar electronic procurement system

Understanding of the competitive bidding process, such as preparing and issuing Unsealed Invitations for Bids (UIFBs) and Unsealed Requests for Proposals (URFPs) in accordance with all requirements of the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM), VITA Buy IT Manual

Experience with Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams

Preferred

Experience working with Smartsheet

Experience with IT procurement in the government sector

Experience in promoting small/disadvantaged business utilization goals

National procurement credentials (NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO)

Virginia-specific procurement credentials such as the VCA (Virginia Contracting Associate) certification or VCO (Virginia Contracting Officer) certification